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Move and Pose, Metaphorically Speaking Research studies show that you can tap into creativity or persistence by acting out associated metaphors, physically or virtually. So move, pose, and play—your Eureka moment might be a walk or gesture away. Free walking, or exploring new realms physically, enhances divergent thinking—exploring new realms mentally. Video games featuring roaming and breaking walls boost originality, ideation fluency, flexibility, and persistence. Fluid movements of hands and arms encourage "thinking fluidly," and switching hands during tasks prompts thinking “on the other hand.” Squeezing a soft ball improves divergent thinking while squeezing a hard ball benefits convergent thinking. Stacking or moving items, like “putting two and two together,” aids convergent thinking. An “open” posture with unlocked legs and arms opens you up to ideation and originality while a closed stance, having your legs and arms crossed, can stimulate persistence.

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Movements and Postures, Metaphorically Speaking

Bybsheba26 July 24, 2023July 24, 2023

Embodying creativity metaphors like “thinking fluidly,” “being open,” and “putting two and two together” can actualize creative mental states.